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I can't decide which hybrid to buy. Can you help? 4 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm interested in buying a new saloon but with the changing circumstances, I would like to get a hybrid. I'm considering several choices, which include: 1.... -
I bought a falsely advertised ULEZ-compliant car. What can I do? 1 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2012 BMW X3 diesel advertised as ULEZ-compliant. I discussed the necessity for Euro6 with the salesman in the initial telephone conversation... -
Do you need to disconnect the battery from the car to charge with a trickle charger? 17 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm concerned about attaching my CTEK CT5 battery charger to my cars with the battery still connected to the car in case the charger fries the ECU. I've... -
Does selling a car on SORN affect the price? 6 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
Does selling a car on SORN affect the price? I have a BMW Z3 Roadster with 12 months MoT and 108,500 miles. What do you think it could reasonably command? -
Can you get rid of sun tan lotion stains from white leather upholstery? 22 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2017 BMW and I have unfortunately got sun tan lotion on the central arm rest. I have opal white Merino leather and I cannot shift the ugly yellow... -
What's the best electric car to buy? 3 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
We have a budget of around £18000 and are looking for a used five-seater electric car, to purchase outright. The range is not so important as it will be... -
What are my rights in returning a damaged car I recently bought? 19 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought an 8 month old BMW 1 Series from a local car dealer in November 2016. There have been a few clues as to its history such as ill fitting door trims,... -
Wheel balance problems with BMW 3 Series 8 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've just had two Avon tyres fitted to the rear of my BMW 330ci. The first time I drove on a motorway in excess of 60mph I experienced a terrible vibration... -
Second hand car needs a new engine - can I sue the seller? 4 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought a car recently for my son. I did a lot of research and decided a reasonable budget for a second hand MINI Cooper. I found the car via an online... -
Luxury diesel coupe or saloon for up to £10k? 5 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am English, retired and living in France. I have a Corolla Verso for lugging stuff about and dogs. The price of diesel here makes that the choice - we... -
Insuring a modern in place of a classic 1 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I've been driving classics and future classics for years but now I need a sensible car in place of one of them. I've got a Lotus Esprit S4 and Porsche... -
Buying a Jaguar XF - which trim is best? 30 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
My Fiancee and I are looking to replace our 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2011 BMW 1 Series with a new or nearly new Jaguar XF 3.0 diesel. We are quite active... -
Which hot hatch? 2 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a hot hatch for under £20,000 used that must match four criteria: More than 200bhp, Traction control can be fully disengaged (car will... -
Am I asking for DPF problems if I buy a Jaguar XF or BMW 3 Series diesel? 16 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
As a mature motorist looking for a little late in life luxury I have been looking at the Jaguar XF Sport or Luxury 2.2 diesel. As I will not be doing more... -
Is it illegal to remove a DPF? 16 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 118 ES Coupe, which I purchased new in 2011. I love the car and would like to keep it over the long term, but I would like to try and avoid... -
Mini Cooper gearbox issues - can I ask BMW Mini for compensation 26 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2008 Mini Cooper developed a gearbox whine a few weeks ago and I took it in to the local dealer for diagnostics, where they found a faulty gearbox... -
I think I hit a parked car - but I'm not sure? 22 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I was in my works private car park on Saturday and think I hit a BMW, I heard a noise so I think I did. I got out to look at my car and there was absolutely... -
Is Mercedes-Benz likely to produce a small "crossover vehicle" to rival the BMW X1? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
Mercedes-Benz does not appear to be interested in small "crossover vehicles" like the BMW X1. Do you know of anything in the immediate future? I have a... -
Why are certain models of car getting bigger? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I see that the new F30 3 Series BMW will be available soon and that it is to be bigger. I wonder why car manufacturer's assume that people always want... -
Slip shod 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I’m nagging all my friends to use winter tyres. One is resisting, saying it’s a ruse put out by tyre manufactures. I counter by saying you’re using the...

